How To Fix M7020 - The system was able to copy & out of & items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 020

• Message text: The system was able to copy & out of & items

What causes this issue?

The material document you have selected already contains items that
have been reversed. These items are not included in the current
selection list.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please check whether you have chosen the correct material number.
If so, you can post the selected items.
Otherwise, choose the function "Cancel" and enter the desired
material number in the dialog window. (Choose this window from the menu
bar with 'Material document - Reference...').

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7020 - The system was able to copy & out of & items ?

  The SAP error message M7020 indicates that there was an issue during the copying of items in a transaction, typically related to material management or inventory processes. The message usually states that the system was able to copy a certain number of items but encountered issues with others.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data for the items that could not be copied. This could be due to missing master data, incorrect material types, or other related data issues.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the system may not allow certain items to be copied due to restrictions or settings in the material master or related configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to copy certain items, leading to partial success.
  Item Status: The items that failed to copy may be in a status that does not allow them to be processed (e.g., blocked, inactive).
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or system performance problems.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Data: Review the items that were not copied to identify any missing or incorrect data. Ensure that all necessary master data is available and correctly configured.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the copying process. Ensure that there are no restrictions that would prevent certain items from being copied.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the copy operation for all items involved.
  Status Review: Check the status of the items that failed to copy. If they are blocked or inactive, take the necessary steps to change their status.
  Error Logs: Look into the system logs or error messages for more detailed information about why the items could not be copied. This can provide insights into specific issues that need to be addressed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific transaction or process you are working with for additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or others related to material management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message M7020.
  Support: If the issue persists after troubleshooting, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.